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The Email Growth Show | Email Marketing Tips for Women Coaches, Course Creators & Online Business Owners

Kylie Kelly | Visibility Coach & Audience Growth Strategistwww.kyliekelly.com

Are you frustrated with the endless grind of marketing your online business on social media and seeing minimal results for your efforts? Do you wish you could grow your email list in a way that feels good to you - and actually works - so you can start to make reliable revenue? Imagine having a business that’s not only easy and fun but also aligns with your life, allowing you to be the mother - and woman - you want to be…

Welcome to The Email Growth Show - the podcast for ambitious female business owners who want to build an online business in integrity and alignment with their life - and they want to see results fast. 

Long gone are the days of putting a freebie on your website & waiting 5 years to build a large, engaged email list. Who wants to wait that long? Certainly not me - and that’s why we do things differently around here. 

Through valuable & honest conversations we dive deep into relationship-based strategies to help you grow your email list WITHOUT relying on social media or paid ads. Get ready to discover alternative options you didn't even know existed, to help you grow your email list and make money in a way that feels aligned with your values and vision.

I’m your host, Kylie Kelly, a visibility and email marketing strategist, who’s passionate about ditching the social media hustle and doing things differently. Why? Because as a solopreneur & mum of two little boys, my time is limited and I need to make sure that I implement strategies that actually move the needle in my business. 

In the last 2 years, I’ve grown my own email list from zero to almost 10,000 subscribers through the very same strategies I teach here: summits, bundles, freebie swaps, podcast guesting and so much more! Now, I can send an email and make sales - and that’s what I want for you too. Together, we’ll uncover the secrets to building an email list full of your ideal clients that will drive your growth & success faster than you thought was possible. If you’re a coach, course creator, or online business owner looking to grow your email list & elevate your email marketing, this podcast is for you. 

You'll find answers to questions like:
- How can I grow my email list without social media?
- What should I send to my email list every week?
- How do I build trust with my email subscribers?
- How can I monetize my email list effectively?
- How do I write engaging email subject lines that boost open rates?
- How do I find potential partners to collaborate with?

Tune in for actionable email marketing tips and simple strategies to grow your online business without getting frustrated or burnt out. With a mix of solo episodes and guest interviews, you will walk away feeling empowered, inspired and equipped with practical steps to build a thriving email list and make social media optional.

Ready to ditch the overwhelm and start to actually grow that email list - and have fun at the same time? Hit play on the latest episode, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts  and share with a fellow entrepreneur! Oh and don’t forget to grab my must-have collaborations guide to get you started right away! 

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Episodes

Why Your Audience Isn’t Growing (And What to Do Instead) [Ep 206]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on exactly why your email list might not be growing - even though you’re doing all the things. You’re collaborating, creating content, showing up on stories… and still hearing crickets? I promise, it’s not you but it is time to ditch outdated tactics and recalibrate what growth looks like in 2025. We’re in a different digital world now. Reels are saturated, trust is low, and your dream clients...

Jul 17, 202514 minEp. 206

How I'm Planning Q3 Without Burnout (and Still Growing My Email List) [Ep 205]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on exactly how I’m planning Q3 inside my business - and spoiler alert: I’m not launching anything new. Instead, I’m focusing on doing fewer things, better. Because just because you can do more… doesn’t mean you should . After a big season of visibility (Inside the Inbox, turning 40, and launching a quiz funnel), I’m intentionally shifting gears. This quarter is all about conversion, consolidat...

Jul 10, 202516 minEp. 205

Fix Your Freebie: The Psychology of Lead Magnets That Convert with Jillian Leslie [Ep 204]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! If you’ve ever created a freebie and wondered why no one’s signing up - this episode is your answer. I’m joined by OG blogger, tech founder, and host of the Blogger Genius podcast, Jillian Leslie, and we’re diving deep into the psychology behind lead magnets that actually convert. We unpack the 6 buying triggers that make people sign up (and buy), how to stop creating “nice to have” PDFs and start building must have offers, and what to do...

Jul 04, 202534 minEp. 204

How I Personally Nurture New Subscribers & How You Can Too! [Ep 203]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what actually matters after a big list growth moment - whether it’s a summit, bundle, podcast feature, or your own launch. Because here’s the truth: List growth isn’t the problem. It’s what you do next that matters. So if you’ve just had a wave of new subscribers join your world, this episode will walk you through the exact nurture strategy I use to turn fresh leads into warm, ready-to-buy ...

Jun 27, 202514 minEp. 203

What If Pausing Isn’t Quitting... & Why It Might Be the Most Strategic Move You Can Make [Ep 202]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Today I’m peeling back the curtain on something we don’t talk about enough in online business... What if the answer isn’t to try harder… but to pause? If your last launch flopped, your content feels heavy, or you’ve been whispering “maybe I’m just not cut out for this” - this one’s for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why we don’t talk enough about the in-between seasons of business (& how they impact your mindset) What I learn...

Jun 20, 202510 minEp. 202

How Allison Hardy Grew Her Email List from 4K to 10K Without Ads or Social [Ep 201]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this episode, I’m joined by email marketing queen Allison Hardy for a behind-the-scenes look at how she grew her email list from 4,000 to over 10,000 subscribers - all by leaning into bundles, using my Bundle Like A Boss dashboard, and getting support inside The Email Growth Club . No ads. No burnout. No social media hamster wheel. Just one smart strategy, executed consistently - with massive results. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:...

Jun 12, 202518 minEp. 201

What I Know For Sure After 200 Episodes - Email, Visibility & Building a Business That Actually Lasts [Ep 200]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! This week marks a massive milestone - 200 episodes of The Email Growth Show 🎉 And I couldn’t let it pass without sitting down to reflect, rewind, and share what I wish I’d known back at episode one. From the lessons I learned the hard way to the advice I now give my clients inside The Email Growth Club and Headliner Mastermind - this one’s honest, unfiltered, and full of clarity for wherever you are in your business journey. What You’ll ...

Jun 06, 202510 minEp. 200

3 SEO Traffic Secrets Every Entrepreneur Needs to Grow Their Email List with Britt Reber [Ep 199]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this week’s episode, I’m joined by SEO strategist and agency owner Britt Reber to uncover why SEO still deserves a seat at your marketing table - especially if you’re building your business without dancing on reels or throwing cash at ads. Britt breaks down her 3-part traffic system that’s helping online business owners show up on Google (without needing to spend 10+ hours a week geeking out over keywords). We’re talking simplified SEO...

May 30, 202521 minEp. 199

How I’d Build My Email List From Scratch in 2025 - Without Social Media or Ads [Ep 198]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! This week I’m walking you through exactly how I’d grow my email list from scratch in 2025 - no social media, no paid ads, no burnout. This is a step-by-step breakdown of what I’d ignore completely, what I’d focus on instead and the exact moves I’d make to build a powerful, engaged list from zero. Spoiler: it’s not about doing more - it’s about doing what actually works. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why most “visibility hacks” are ju...

May 22, 202514 minEp. 198

You’re Not Lazy - You’re Just Building a Business That Doesn’t Fit [Ep197]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this week’s mini episode, I’m throwing some loving truth your way: you’re not inconsistent, unmotivated, or broken - your business just might not be designed to fit you . Because here’s the thing: burnout doesn’t always come from doing too much. Sometimes it comes from doing too much of the wrong stuff - the “shoulds,” the noise, the strategies that look good on paper but feel like crap in practice. If you’ve been tired, stuck, or spir...

May 20, 20257 minEp. 197

What I’ve Learned From Hosting 60+ Expert Conversations [Ep 196]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! This week I’m pulling back the curtain on what really happened behind the scenes of hosting over 60 expert interviews for Inside The Inbox - and how it’s changed the way I run my business, show up as a leader, and support my clients in growing their audience through aligned visibility. Because spoiler: it wasn’t just good for list growth. It transformed how I think, how I sell, and how I lead. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The 5 bigg...

May 16, 202510 min

My Best Performing Emails in April [Ep 195]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Inside The Inbox is live - SIGN UP HERE: http://kyliekelly.com/inbox Ever wondered what actually works when it comes to list growth and email marketing in 2025? In this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m breaking down exactly what happened inside my inbox in April - the emails I sent, the best-performing subject lines, and how I added 346 new subscribers without paid ads, endless reels, or overthinking the damn funnel. From raw, real storytel...

May 13, 202513 minEp. 195

How to Grow, Nurture & Sell With Email in 2025 [Inside The Inbox Is Back!] [Ep 194]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Inside The Inbox is back - and this time, We’re going even bigger!! SIGN UP HERE: http://kyliekelly.com/inbox If you’re tired of vague email marketing advice, overhyped online events, and “visibility” strategies that don’t actually work - this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on Inside The Inbox: Season 2 - the audio-only event built for female founders who are DONE with fluff and ready for growth that actually...

May 08, 202514 minEp. 194

Why You Need the RISE Framework [Ep 193]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! This week I’m walking you through the RISE Framework™ - the four-part visibility strategy I created for entrepreneurs who are done with burnout and ready to grow their audience with alignment, ease, and actual joy. Because here’s the truth: you don’t need more noise. You need a strategy that meets you where you are - and moves you forward. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why being “everywhere” is not the goal The 4 RISE Framework pilla...

May 01, 202510 minEp. 193

Let’s Stop Calling It “Value” If It Doesn’t Actually Help [Ep 192]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In today’s short and spicy solo, I’m calling out the fluff and breaking down what real value actually looks like online. Because we’re not here to post for vanity metrics or to tick some invisible box - we’re here to connect, build trust, and actually help the humans on the other side of the screen. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The difference between surface-level “value” and content that actually converts Why connection > conten...

Apr 28, 20256 minEp. 192

Building Trust That Sells: The Power of In-Person Magic with Angela Henderson [Ep 191]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this episode, I’m joined by powerhouse business strategist Angela Henderson to talk about what really moves the needle in online business - and spoiler alert , it’s not fancy funnels or viral content. We unpack how Angela turned a no-pitch, connection-driven live event into over $300,000 in mastermind sales... without selling from stage. We also dig deep into the mindset shifts behind visibility, how to stop sabotaging your own success...

Apr 24, 202524 minEp. 191

You Don’t Need More Content - You Need the Right Circle [Ep 190]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Think you need to post more content to grow your business? Think again. Today ’m breaking down why more content isn't the answer - and why getting in the right rooms with the right people matters 100x more than your next 90-day content plan. If you've been stuck thinking "maybe I just need to post more," this episode is your permission slip to stop screaming into the void and start building strategic proximity instead. What You’ll Learn I...

Apr 21, 20257 minEp. 190

Why You Don’t Have to Choose Between a High-Ticket or Low-Ticket Business Model (Why You Should Have Both) [Ep 189]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Should you go all in on a high-ticket mastermind? Or keep it low-ticket and scalable? What if the real answer is... BOTH? In this episode of The Email Growth Show , I’m calling BS on the idea that you have to “pick a lane” when it comes to your business model. I’m sharing how I use both high-touch AND low-ticket offers in my business (plus free content too!) - and how they work together to create income, impact, and deeper client relation...

Apr 17, 20259 minEp. 189

My Honest Thoughts on Templates, Swipe Files & Generic Funnels [Ep 188]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this fiery little mini episode, I’m sharing the real reason your copy/paste launch funnel isn’t converting - and why your audience is craving something WAY more human. Because here's the truth: People don’t buy because your funnel’s pretty. They buy because they trust you - and swipe files won’t build that for you. This episode is your permission slip to throw out the robotic, rinse-and-repeat marketing and start showing up in a way th...

Apr 14, 20258 minEp. 188

The #1 Strategy That’s Still Working in 2025: Trust [Ep 187]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! There’s been a lot of talk lately about a “trust recession” - and honestly? I feel it too. The noise online is louder than ever, and your audience is craving something real. So how do we show up in a way that actually builds trust, not just visibility? I’m breaking it down with 5 simple ways to deepen trust with your audience - without the hustle, the fakery, or the AI-generated fluff. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What a “trust rece...

Apr 10, 202513 minEp. 187

Why I’m Not Just “In Email Marketing” Anymore [Ep 186]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this short and sweet solo episode, I’m sharing a big shift that’s been brewing behind the scenes - and why I’m no longer calling myself just an “email marketing strategist.” This identity shift came from a powerful moment at a recent business retreat where I realized the title I’d clung to no longer felt aligned. The truth? I’m not just in email marketing… I’m in visibility, audience growth, and movement building . If you’ve ever felt ...

Apr 07, 20256 minEp. 186

The 3 Visibility Platforms I’m Focusing On in Q2 (And What Visibility That Converts Actually Looks Like!) [Ep 185]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Grab exclusive access to Strategic Planning Sally here for free! Feeling stretched too thin by all the visibility advice out there? Like you’re meant to be on every platform, all the time, and still not getting results? In this episode of The Email Growth Show, I’m getting real about what visibility that actually works looks like - and spoiler alert, it’s not about going viral or burning yourself out. You'll learn the visibility strategie...

Apr 03, 202510 minEp. 185

My Best Performing Emails in March [Ep 184]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Ever feel like you're not emailing your list enough… or maybe you're worried you're emailing them too much? This episode is your permission slip to focus on connection over constant selling. In March, I shifted out of launch mode and into nurturing mode - and today, I’m pulling back the curtain on exactly what I sent, how my emails performed, and what I learned from showing up with value first. If you’ve ever questioned whether your audie...

Apr 01, 202510 minEp. 184

Crafting a Pinterest SEO Strategy that Gets You Found With Heather Farris [Ep 183]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In this episode, I’m joined by Pinterest expert Heather Farris to talk about how you can tap into Pinterest as a powerful search engine to grow your email list, increase website traffic, and bring in evergreen leads - without ever dancing on Reels. Whether you’re starting from scratch or dusting off an old Pinterest account, Heather breaks down a simple, SEO-driven strategy that actually works (and won’t eat up all your time). This is you...

Mar 27, 202526 minEp. 183

The #1 Thing Your Lead Magnet Needs To Do (But Most Don't) [Ep 182]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! If you've ever created a freebie, promoted it like crazy, and then wondered why those new subscribers never actually buy from you, this episode is going to change everything. Your lead magnet isn’t just about growing your email list - it’s about attracting the right people and leading them toward your paid offer. Today, I’m breaking down the number one mistake most business owners make with their lead magnets and how you can tweak yours t...

Mar 20, 202510 minEp. 182

The Results From Inside The Inbox - How It Really Went Down [Ep 181]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Links Mentioned: → Join my email list here: https://kyliekelly.kit.com/general → Wanna be on the waitlist for Season 2 when it drops? CLICK HERE → Apply to be a speaker at Inside The Inbox: CLICK HERE When I first started planning Inside The Inbox, I had a goal in mind, but the turnout exceeded my expectations in the best way possible! 1,134 people signed up , and we raised $1,458 for charity - I am beyond grateful. In this episode, I’m t...

Mar 13, 202511 minEp. 181

Will Apple Mail Ruin Your Open Rates? The Truth About AI Summaries [Ep 180]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Big changes are coming to email marketing, and if you send emails, you NEED to know about this. Apple Mail is rolling out AI-generated summaries, replacing the preview text you carefully craft. So what does this mean for you? Will your open rates drop? Do subject lines matter even more now? And how do you make sure your emails still get opened and read ? In this episode, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about this update , ho...

Mar 06, 20258 minEp. 180

My Best Performing Emails in February [Ep 179]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Ever wondered how many emails you should be sending or what actually works in email marketing? Today I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing exactly how many emails I sent in February, the best-performing emails, and the biggest takeaways you can apply to your own strategy. If you’ve been afraid to email your list too much or worried about annoying your subscribers, this episode will show you why you probably need to be sending more emai...

Mar 04, 202511 minEp. 179

The Secret to Making Consistent Course Sales Without Live Launches with Caitlin Bacher [Ep 178]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! Ever feel like launching is the only way to sell your course? Think again! In this episode, I’m sitting down with Caitlin Bacher to talk about how she made $1 million dollars in 9 months using evergreen sales funnels - without the exhausting launch cycle. If you’ve ever thought about selling your course without the stress of live launching, this episode is packed with real, actionable strategies you can start using today. What You’ll Lear...

Feb 28, 202546 minEp. 178

5 Visibility Mistakes That Are Keeping You Stuck - And How to Fix Them [Ep 177]

Text Kylie a question to be featured on a future episode! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the biggest visibility mistakes I see business owners make - and, more importantly, how to fix them so you can start getting noticed, growing your audience, and making more sales . If you’re tired of relying on social media, waiting for people to find you , and wondering why your efforts aren’t paying off, this episode will help you create a visibility strategy that actually works . What You’ll Learn: Why r...

Feb 20, 202510 minEp. 177
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